Misto nozzle leaks

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While trying to clean my Misto, the nozzle came off. I pushed it back on, but it leaks and now I can't get any pressure when I pump. How do I replace the spray nozzle so it fits tightly?



Best Answer

If you can't get any pressure, it's something more than just the nozzle at the end of the tube ... it's something deeper in the mechanism (triggering the over-pressure release), or an issue with the gasket and threaded top.

Try turning your sprayer over for a few seconds, then back right-side up and pump to pressurize the sprayer quickly about 2x more than your typically would, to intentionally over-pressurize it. Then listen for a hiss, and look for anywhere that might have bubbling or other signs of a leak.

If it's in the gasket, you can try cranking down the plastic ring tighter, turning the gasket over, or replacing the gasket. If it's coming from somewhere else, you likely have to replace it.; they typically last 2-4 years (I've had some last longer, lots of people have reported failures after a few months, so read online reviews before picking a brand)




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How do I fix my misto?

Add in a bit of vinegar (about 1/3 of a cup) to the Misto and spray that through until it's all out. Use about a cup (or a little bit less) of hot water and a squirt of dish soap and pour that into your Misto. Spray that through until the mixture is done as well.

How do you keep your misto from clogging?

To clean, follow these simple steps:
  • Dump out any remaining oil in your Misto.
  • Pour in 1/3 C vinegar.
  • Spray away until you've passed all 1/3 C of that vinegar through the Misto. ...
  • Place one squirt of dish soap into 3/4 C hot water. ...
  • Pour the soap/water mix into the Misto & spray away.
  • Rinse with hot water.


  • How much oil do you put in a misto spray?

    Fill bottle halfway with oil, about 1/2 cup. The remaining space is needed for air pressure that builds when the cap is pumped. This allows MISTO to deliver a fine spray without chemical propellants.



    MISTO OIL Sprayer cleaning and Repair




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